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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Akihabara to Nikko

Composite routes from Akihabara to Nikko

Cheapest
1 h 46 min
Car
141 km.
from $7
Other
2 h 12 min
116 km.
from $35.54

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Ueno to Utsunomiya
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$29.22–$44.46

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Ueno to Utsunomiya
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.07–$16.51
Train from Utsunomiya to Nikko
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.21–$6.99

Tobu Railway

Phone:
03-5962-0102
Website:
tobu.co.jp/foreign/en/
Train from Kita-Senju to Tobu-Nikko
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.97–$21.60

Bus operators

Tobu bus

Phone:
03-4405-5370
Website:
tobu-bus.com/en/
Bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 1 to Tobu-Nikko
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō?

The cheapest way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō is to train which costs $13.04 - $20.65 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō?

The fastest way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct train between Akihabara (Station) and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Akihabara and arriving at Nikko via Ueno and Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō?

The distance between Akihabara (Station) and Nikkō is 147 km. The road distance is 146.8 km.

How do I travel from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō without a car?

The best way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō without a car is to train via Utsunomiya which takes 2h 12m and costs $15.22 - $45.65 .

How long does it take to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō train from?

Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Ueno station.

Train, bus or fly from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō?

The best way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō is to train via Utsunomiya which takes 2h 12m and costs $15.22 - $45.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $31.52 and takes 5h 3m. There are no good options to train between Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō.

Where does the Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō train arrive?

Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Utsunomiya station.

Can I drive from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Akihabara (Station) to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 193+ hotels available in Nikkō. Prices start at $50.82 per night.
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